PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: How to achieve real bipartisanship on infrastructureOPINION: Do the Chrises agree on more than we realise?06 Jan 11:04 PM
PremiumAuckland'Planning by firing squad': The Auckland suburbs facing three-storey housingFifteen-storey blocks will be allowed in 22 areas near CBD and transport hubs.05 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Why India's FTA win could reshape our exports – and our politicsOPINION: The deal will cut or scrap tariffs on 95% of New Zealand exports to India.26 Dec 08:00 PM
PoliticsRuth Richardson won't 'be party to a circus', backs out of debate with Nicola Willis16 Dec 04:40 AM
PoliticsLabour's Edmonds says Government 'lost control of the economy' but won't say what actions her party will take16 Dec 04:34 AM
PremiumPoliticsAll I want for Christmas is a break from you – PM's gift to coalition partners15 Dec 04:00 PM
Politics'Absolutely laughable': Government ministers take aim at UN over report criticising NZ treatment of Māori11 Dec 04:54 AM
New ZealandTaxpayers' Union releases fudge taking swipe at Nicola WillisThe Finance Minister has responded, saying she would not comment on silly stunts.11 Dec 01:52 AM
PoliticsNew political poll: Greens, TPM lose chunk of support The poll is one of the last major polls of 2025.08 Dec 05:12 AM
PoliticsCoster denies knowing of protocol to redirect McSkimming emails, minister says 'unfathomable'The former Police Commissioner has spoken for the first time about the scandal.06 Dec 11:54 PM
New ZealandGovt rejects all of Climate Change Commission's emissions target recommendationsA tougher 2050 net-negative goal for carbon dioxide has been rejected.04 Dec 01:35 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Coster's apology had all the feeling of a piece of woodOPINION: The former police boss's resignation statement was barely adequate. 03 Dec 09:55 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLies, conspiracy theories and a scone – tempers flare in parliamentary clashMPs clashed in Parliament this morning, hurling insults at each other.02 Dec 12:28 AM
Politics'Stop doing dumb stuff': Govt rubbishes concern rates cap will degrade public servicesCouncils wanting rate rises above the cap would need approval from a new regulator.01 Dec 02:46 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderPopular social media identity working in Labour leader's office – private post falls foul of SpeakerGerry Brownlee says he will crack down on any social posts that breach standing orders.30 Nov 04:17 PM
PoliticsRevealed: Councils expected to foot a near $48 billion bill for Local Water Done WellOfficials estimate water service infrastructure will cost $47.9 billion to 2034.30 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDallas Gurney: 'National is screwing small business' – here's what needs to changeOPINION: It's about time small businesses got a little louder and fought back.30 Nov 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Caution needed moving forward with regional reformsOPINION: Mayors would gain extra responsibilities through new Combined Territories Boards.27 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionLifting Kiwisaver contributions to 12% makes sense – when the whole scheme is fixedOPINION: Nearly 26% of New Zealanders say they're struggling to get by financially.26 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Luxon talks KiwiSaver and NZ SuperChristopher Luxon, Wayne Langford, Tracy Brown and Hunter McGregor all featured. 26 Nov 12:52 AM
PoliticsAndrew Little says poll pressure key to his 2017 exit, weighs in on Christopher Luxon's leadership woes'[It's] about understanding the impact you're having on others.' 25 Nov 10:17 PM
PoliticsPM's office clarifies Luxon's suggestion he isn't concerned for National MPs who could lose seatsChris Bishop has also addressed speculation about a leadership coup. 25 Nov 03:43 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon defiant amid talk he could be rolled as National leaderHe says he will be Prime Minister heading into next year.24 Nov 02:27 AM
PoliticsElection 2026: Nats pledge to lift default KiwiSaver contribution ratesChristopher Luxon has announced National's first election policy.22 Nov 10:19 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMajority of emergency housing applications in urban Auckland being declinedTama Potaka: 'I'm not going to put up with the motel generation.'18 Nov 04:00 PM
Politics'On notice': Green Party unveils mining policy ahead of 2026 general electionThe party takes aim at coal, seabed and gold mining.16 Nov 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: A mature conversation about asset sales and CGT? Yeah, rightOPINION: On the left and right, politicians need to lift the standard of debate.16 Nov 08:59 PM
PoliticsNew poll reveals Kiwis split down middle on capital gains tax, but one major city set against itA poll shows a dead heat between supporters and opponents of a CGT.16 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: This Govt is too focused on the elite's fine diningThe Government is spending $6.3m to promote our top restaurants overseas.15 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsRegulatory Standards Bill passes with coalition backing despite backlashLabour vows to scrap Regulatory Standards law if it wins next election.13 Nov 03:26 AM